LTC Hong Kong: The State of Private Markets and Tech

A thought-provoking evening discussing the changing landscape of private markets and the role of technology in shaping investment opportunities in 2026 and beyond with our co-hosts at Barclays Private Bank. 

 

Across the discussion, our speakers explored how 2025 unfolded as a ‘two-speed’ market—AI and everything else—while highlighting how private credit stepped in to bridge liquidity gaps as companies stayed private for longer, signalling a more mature and resilient ecosystem. 

 

The conversation also touched on the growing convergence of venture, private equity, and infrastructure, with the most forward-thinking investors preparing for this crossover rather than viewing asset classes in isolation.

 

A special thanks to James Penny, Head of UK International Barclays Private Bank for his opening remarks, and to our insightful speakers:

• Lu Zhang, Managing Director and Co-Head for Asia Credit Distribution at of Barclays

• Elton Cheung 张文础, Managing Partner at VMS Group

 

The Private Market report is available online.

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